What is involved in root canal treatment?
Root canal therapy involves first removal of the diseased pulp tissue by your clinician, then cleaning of the canals and the pulp chamber. This is done through a small opening in the crown of the offending tooth. Once the area is cleaned medicine can now be placed in the root area and the opening temporarily sealed. However, if severe infection is present, your clinician may elect to leave the tooth open for a few days to allow drainage and may also prescribe an antibiotic. If a cyst or large area of infection is present at the tip of the root, it may be necessary to remove it surgically. For more info on root canal therapy: Click here.
